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Indonesian rock band ST12 to reunite for special concert in Malaysia in March

'20 Tahun Charly Berkarya' will also headline performances from popular Malaysian singers Jaclyn Victor and Ezad Lazim

Updated 3 years ago · Published on 21 Dec 2022 8:00AM

Indonesian rock band ST12 to reunite for special concert in Malaysia in March
ST12 Reunion Concert poster. – Courtesy of Menara Network, December 21, 2022

POPULAR Indonesian pop rock band ST12 will be performing in a special reunion concert in Malaysia on March 11, 2023 at Axiata Arena, Kuala Lumpur.

'20 Tahun Charly Berkarya' is at rock concert production that looks back and celebrates the musical journey and development of ST12 and its lead vocalist Charly Van Houten. The special concert will also feature ST12 celebrated singers Firman Siagan and returns to its full lineup of band members, including its alter ego band Setia Band.

To top this extraordinary night, fans will also be serenaded by Ezad Lazim of Exists and the powerful vocal prowess of inaugural Malaysian Idol champion Jaclyn Victor.  

ST12 was first founded in Bandung, West Java in 2004. The group was formed with original members that include Ilham ‘Pepep’ Febry who worked on drums, Decy ‘Pepeng’ Sudrajat  on guitar, Muhammad Charly van Houten as the lead vocalist and Iman Rush, who sadly passed away a year later.

The name ST12 is an abbreviation of Jalan Stasiun Timur No. 12, the group's gathering headquarters. To date, ST12 has produced five music albums. 

In March 2013, this music group officially released the album 'Lentera Hati' under the auspices of Universal Music Indonesia. At the same time, ST12 introduced new members namely Koko (guitar) and Indra (bassist).

The band’s single, 'Putih Putih Melati' became an instant hit in Malaysia and reached the top of local radio charts. The track remained in the top five of singles on iTunes for the year.  

The concert setlist was revealed at a press conference held today at Hard Rock Café, Kuala Lumpur and fans will be able to expect all of the band’s biggest hits such as 'Kepingan Hati', 'Jangan Pernah Berubah', as well as covers of popular songs like 'Isabella'.  

Presale of tickets will begin today, with prices at RM99, RM152, RM252 and RM282. – The Vibes, December 21, 2022

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